{"id":9865,"date":"2014-07-15T00:19:15","date_gmt":"2014-07-15T07:19:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.doo-n-go.com\/pet-fire-safety\/"},"modified":"2021-10-27T13:55:14","modified_gmt":"2021-10-27T21:55:14","slug":"pet-fire-safety","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.doo-n-go.com\/fr\/pet-fire-safety\/","title":{"rendered":"Pet Fire Safety"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>It\u2019s important to be prepared for any disaster.&nbsp; But do you have a fire safety plan for your pet?&nbsp; This blog has tips for fire prevention, preparedness, and first aid for your pet. <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Fire Prevention<\/span> According to the Red Cross nearly 1000 house fires are accidently started by pets.&nbsp; Here are some fire prevention tips:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Don\u2019t leave your pet unattended around open flames<\/li>\n<li>Make sure to thoroughly extinguish any open flames before you leave your pet alone at home<\/li>\n<li>The stove\/cook top is the # 1 way a pet may start a fire in your home.&nbsp; Make sure to remove your stove\u2019s knobs or use covers to prevent them from being turned<\/li>\n<li>Consider switching to flameless candles for ambiance, especially if you have a cat<\/li>\n<li>Secure young, untrained pets when you\u2019re away from home.&nbsp; Make sure your young, untrained pets don\u2019t have access to fire hazards<\/li>\n<li>Make sure your pets can\u2019t access electrical cords \u2013 cats and other pets enjoy playing with the cords and this is a potential fire hazard<\/li>\n<li>Never leave your hair dryer, curling iron, hair straightener, or iron plugged in.&nbsp; These items are a fire hazard on their own and could start a fire if knocked over by a pet<\/li>\n<li>Pets are NOT afraid of fire and often seek heat.&nbsp; Use a barrier in front of fire places, heaters, and other heat sources to prevent your pet from getting burnt<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Preparedness and Supply Kits<\/span> Make sure you have a plan for your pet in case of a fire.&nbsp; Have a pre-planned place for your pet to stay and a supply kit that includes first aid items and every day necessities.&nbsp; The following lists will help you to prepare an emergency supply kit for your pet in case of a disaster:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Red Cross First Aid kit: <\/b><a href=\"http:\/\/www.redcross.org\/images\/MEDIA_CustomProductCatalog\/m4440087_First_Aid_Kit_for_Pets.pdf\">http:\/\/www.redcross.org\/images\/MEDIA_CustomProductCatalog\/m4440087_First_Aid_Kit_for_Pets.pdf<\/a><\/li>\n<li><b>CDART Necessities Supply kit for Dogs:<\/b> <a href=\"http:\/\/www.cdart.org\/PDF\/Grab-n-Go-Shopping-List-Dog.pdf\">http:\/\/www.cdart.org\/PDF\/Grab-n-Go-Shopping-List-Dog.pdf<\/a><\/li>\n<li><b>CDART Necessities Supply kit for Cats:<\/b> <a href=\"http:\/\/www.cdart.org\/PDF\/Grab-n-Go-Shopping-List-Cat.pdf\">http:\/\/www.cdart.org\/PDF\/Grab-n-Go-Shopping-List-Cat.pdf<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you\u2019re away from home make sure you leave your pet near an entrance so they are easily found by rescuers should the unthinkable happen.&nbsp; It is also important to make sure your pet has the appropriate collars and tags on.&nbsp; A <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Pet Alert Window Cling<\/span> is also useful; you can write down the number of pets you have and stick it to your front window.&nbsp; The sticker lets rescuers know how many pets are in the house.&nbsp; You can see an example of the decal here: <a href=\"http:\/\/ottawahumane.ca\/your-pets\/fire.cfm\">http:\/\/ottawahumane.ca\/your-pets\/fire.cfm<\/a> <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">First Aid<\/span> If your pet suffers a burn keep calm.&nbsp; Gently apply cool water to the area, then apply a cold compress \u2013 get to the vet immediately. <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Sources<\/span> Here are some resources for pet fire safety: Red Cross: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.redcross.org\/prepare\/location\/home-family\/prevent-home-fires\/pets\">http:\/\/www.redcross.org\/prepare\/location\/home-family\/prevent-home-fires\/pets<\/a>&nbsp;&nbsp;Pet Health Network: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.pethealthnetwork.com\/lifestyle\/pet-fire-safety\">http:\/\/www.pethealthnetwork.com\/lifestyle\/pet-fire-safety<\/a> Be sure to spread the word about Pet Fire Safety!&nbsp; Use Facebook to share our blog with your pet owning friends J<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It\u2019s important to be prepared for any disaster.&nbsp; But do you have a fire safety plan for your pet?&nbsp; This blog has tips for fire prevention, preparedness, and first aid for your pet. 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